State-owned banks join forces to address small and midsize businesses’ green transition concerns; Taiwan Business Bank Chairman Lee Chia-hsiang: The financial industry is the strongest driver of corporate sustainability
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan Business Bank hosted the 第六 public-sector financial institutions’ joint supplier conference, focusing on net-zero transition and sustainable finance and highlighting the financial industry’s key role in supporting small and midsize businesses’ green transition.
Will Britain hand over combat communications to Musk? Nearly $40 million spent on SpaceX services
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The British government adopted SpaceX’s Starshield military satellite service and invested about $40 million. This is the first such case outside the United States and highlights Europe’s reliance on external defense capabilities.
Jing Cheng Technology’s August revenue rose 93.12% year on year, boosted by strong exports of specialty gases to Japan and South Korea
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Jing Cheng Technology’s August revenue rose 93.12% year on year, mainly on brisk specialty gas exports to Japan and South Korea. Revenue for the first 8 months rose 126.36% year on year, while its TGV business gradually moved into mass production, reflecting rising demand from AI and advanced packaging.
OPEC promised to raise output but failed! August production instead fell by 640,000 barrels per day
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
OPEC crude oil production fell by 640,000 barrels in August. The U.S.-Iran war and U.S. sanctions disrupted exports from Saudi Arabia and Iran, preventing planned production increases.
Foodpanda slammed for failing to pay full wages! Labor Ministry hits it with hefty fines: up to NT$100,000 per person, plus repeated fines for each violation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor announced fines of up to NT$100,000 for Foodpanda for failing to pay delivery workers the statutory minimum wage. If violations continue, the company may also face penalties for each subsequent offense.
Strong demand for both passenger and cargo services sends August revenue at the 3 major airlines to the second-highest level on record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
China Airlines, EVA Air and STARLUX Airlines all posted their second-highest August revenue on record, driven by summer travel and the peak cargo season. Passenger and cargo demand both increased, signaling a continued recovery in the aviation industry.
緯穎 fractional-share controversy: Financial regulator receives more than 100 complaints, to proactively consult the Ministry of Economic Affairs on reviewing a 30-year-old interpretation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
After receiving more than 100 complaints over fractional shares resulting from 緯穎’s stock dividend, the Financial Supervisory Commission is discussing a review of the laws with the Ministry of Economic Affairs for the first time in 30 years. The issue highlights the need to protect investors and update the system.
Revenue flash: 中華電(2412) August revenue totaled NT$23.309 billion, up 25.61% year on year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
中華電信 reported August 2026 revenue of NT$23.309 billion, up 25.61% year on year, a strong performance. Institutional investors continued to be net buyers, and the stock outperformed the sector. The announcement details an important financial result.
Hsin Li’s August revenue rose both month on month and year on year to a record for the same period, boosted by strong orders for new sports products
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
信立化學’s August revenue rose both month on month and year on year to a record for the same period, mainly due to orders for new products from sports brands and expansion into new materials such as lightweight PU Film. Operating momentum is strong.
AI tech giants’ staggering $1.5 trillion in off-balance-sheet debt! Schroders warns of ‘3 highs’: Don’t blindly chase big tech stocks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Dorian Carrell of Schroders warned of overheated AI investment and the risks of $1.5 trillion in off-balance-sheet debt. He stressed the importance of diversification in a new era of high inflation and high debt, urging a shift in investment strategies.
How to get the best deal on the iPhone 18? Preorder promotions kick off across 7 major retailers: rewards top NT$50,000, with one retailer guaranteeing delivery on launch day
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 series and its first foldable smartphone, the “iPhone Duo,” in 2026. In response to higher prices, 7 major retailers and platforms, including PChome and Shopee, are offering preorder perks to spur consumer interest.
U.S. keeps China travel advisory at Level 2! People of Chinese descent and former government employees warned as State Department identifies 4 groups targeted by Beijing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The U.S. State Department maintained its Level 2 travel advisory for China, warning that ethnic Chinese people and former government officials may face risks of arbitrary detention and surveillance. The warning reflects U.S.-China tensions and is significant from the standpoint of protecting citizens.
Odds of a Federal Reserve rate hike surge to 62%! Experts warn of consequences if the Fed stays hawkish: one type of stock could face a valuation correction
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike has risen to 62%. Experts warn that if the 10-year Treasury yield tops 5%, stocks with high price-to-earnings ratios will face valuation corrections, affecting technology and growth stocks.
Thunder Tiger and NCSIST team up on a ‘micro turbojet engine,’ to unveil it at U.S. defense expo in October
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Thunder Tiger and NCSIST signed a cooperation memorandum on August 20, 2026, to jointly develop a micro turbojet engine, strengthening Taiwan’s autonomy in drone propulsion. They plan to showcase the results at a U.S. defense expo in October of the same year, with strategic and industrial significance.
Has 0050 slumped to the middle of the pack this year? Experts reveal 10 ETFs with better returns: Taiwan Semiconductor made it—and broke it
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Yuanta Taiwan Top 50 (0050) has lagged many ETFs this year, with a return of 67.1%, because of its excessive concentration in Taiwan Semiconductor. Experts say ETFs with more diversified holdings have performed better, cautioning investors against buying ETFs blindly.
Taiwan retains democracy, final judicial authority and military defense! What ‘3 conditions’ could lead to cross-strait unification? Liang Wen-chieh’s response revealed: ‘Quite interesting’
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese professor Li Qize proposed a Taiwan version of “one country, two systems” that would retain democracy, final judicial authority and defense forces. China’s Taiwan Affairs Office stressed the inevitability of unification, while Taiwan authorities remained skeptical.
Platform commissions soar to as high as 50%! Grab drivers in Vietnam stage coordinated mass strike, switching off their apps and refusing orders to pressure the platform
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Grab drivers in Vietnam are protesting higher commissions and plan collective action to stop using the app on Sept. 12–13. They say their reduced incomes are no longer enough to make ends meet.
緯穎 fractional-share debacle: Shares worth NT$2,300 but shareholders get only NT$10? More than 100 furious investors petition financial regulator
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese-listed 緯穎 changed its stock dividend ratio in connection with the conversion of ECBs. Fractional shares were bought back at a par value of NT$10, far below the share price of NT$2,300, prompting many shareholders to voice dissatisfaction. More than 100 people filed complaints with the Financial Supervisory Commission.
Female gymnast ‘left out of competition’; Shih Ming-chin mocks association’s blame-shifting statement: ‘If you won’t apologize, then don’t apologize’
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese gymnasts Pan Tsai-chen and Lee Chia-wei qualified as alternates for the world championships, but the gymnastics association unilaterally decided not to send them. Sports commentator Shih Ming-chin criticized the association for shifting blame in its apology statement, sparking widespread debate.
Elon Musk’s ex-girlfriend rejects NT$1.2 billion hush money! Insists on appearing in documentary, set to reveal global richest man’s secrets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Ashley St. Clair, a former partner of Tesla CEO Elon Musk, decided to appear in a documentary despite being offered a $40 million confidentiality agreement by him. She revealed his political incitement and his remarks about “mass births before a civil war,” stirring controversy.
Can afford a presale home but can’t get a mortgage? Hsu Chia-hsin breaks down mortgage pitfalls: how home upgraders end up losing heavily on contract cancellations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
New projects are being launched one after another for Taiwan’s 928 real estate campaign, even as more than 3,000 presale home purchase contracts were canceled in the first 7 months. People looking to move to a different home have been particularly unable to secure financing as mortgage screening tightens.
Exclusive: Wanted to buy 漢測 but got the order wrong? 晟田 CB auction sees staggering bid of 2953 yuan; abandoning the bid could mean losing 1.47 million yuan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A bid of 2953 yuan for 晟田五 convertible bonds stunned the market, far above the average price of 114.41 yuan. The market suspects an investor mistakenly filled out the 漢測 bid form; abandoning the bid would mean forfeiting a 1.47 million yuan deposit.
1% Cross-Disciplinary Lab | About Tech: It’s finally Apple’s turn to make a foldable phone | What iPhone Duo wants to change goes far beyond the shape of the iPhone
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Summary not yet available
Facts
7.6-inch unfolded screen
5.4-inch outer screen
iPhone Duo prices in Taiwan start at 74,900 yuan
Storage capacities from 256GB to 2TB
Foldable phones still account for less than 5% of the global smartphone market
Apple could capture about 40% of the foldable phone market by the end of 2027
Cheerleading star told “Don’t rely only on your boobs”! 短今 responds to critics with grace: “Go watch my new show”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
短今, a member of the 中信兄弟 cheerleading squad, was questioned by netizens who said she gets show bookings based only on her figure. She responded graciously, recommending they watch the show she hosts, 《人生無限好公司》, and highlighting her talents beyond one field.
Did motorcycle parking spaces disappear as soon as the campaign headquarters went up? 李四川’s 三峽 headquarters reportedly had 6 spaces removed; netizens slam the optics
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 6 motorcycle parking spaces in front of 李四川’s 三峽 campaign headquarters were removed and replaced with yellow lines, prompting netizens to question favoritism and administrative unfairness. The change affects residents’ parking rights and has become a campaign controversy.
After nearly 20 years in public service, he turns to a village chief election! 辜保源: “Let 鼎盛里 move from a traditional settlement toward new hope”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
辜保源, chair of the 保源鼎盛關懷弱勢社區發展協會 in 高雄市三民區, announced his candidacy for 鼎盛里 village chief, hoping to formalize nearly 20 years of public service experience and improve community welfare and development. The move marks an important shift from individual acts of charity to systematic local governance.
黃國昌 says 鄭朝方’s family once sought support from the White Camp; he retorts: “They’re making plenty from solar power—how could I support them?”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
民眾黨主席黃國昌 said 鄭朝方’s family had once sought support and criticized its alleged interests in land and solar power, bringing a new focus to the 新竹縣 mayoral race.
苗栗 students win awards in Hakka, technology, science and arts competitions; 鍾東錦 presents nearly 180,000 in prize money
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Students in Miaoli County won numerous awards at national Hakka, science, technology and arts competitions, and Governor Chung Tung-chin presented them with prize money of about ¥180,000. The results highlight the impact of education policies.
Discover a second specialty: 南投縣府 opens registration for introductory vocational training course in shoemaking
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Nantou County will hold an introductory vocational training course in shoemaking for people aged 55 and older. The program is part of efforts to help participants acquire a second specialty and return to work, addressing social needs.
2026 Sun Moon Lake International 10,000-Person Swim set for 9/20; first-ever dual-chip system using verified identities to safeguard swimmers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 44th Sun Moon Lake International Swimming Carnival will be held in Nantou County on Sept. 20, 2026. Safety will be enhanced with Taiwan’s first real-name dual-chip system. The event is expected to attract international attention and boost the local economy.
彰化縣 launches “自慢舒活工作坊”: 31 sessions to help workers build workplace skills while maintaining quality of life
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Changhua County is holding 31 free workshops on topics including the use of AI and stress relief to help workers balance workplace skills and quality of life. The program is an important part of supporting local workers.
Continuing to build a quality education environment: 東平國小 activity center in 太平區 opens
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The activity center at 東平國小 in 太平區, 台中市, has been completed. Mayor 盧秀燕 attended the ceremony and said more than 5.3 billion yuan had been invested over eight years to improve education facilities and enhance students’ learning environment.
台中國際踩舞嘉年華 evolves over 11 years; expands across 4 districts for the first time, with relay events on 9/12-13
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台中市 is holding the 11th International踩舞 Carnival, expanding for the first time to relay events across 潭子、后里、北屯 and 北區. More than 70 teams are taking part, strengthening ties between the city’s culture and tourism.
Snoopy appears on a 3D video wall: 台中市 Transportation Bureau invites 陸爸爸說故事 for a family road-safety learning event
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台中市政府交通局 has launched a traffic safety campaign featuring the Snoopy family and invited the 陸爸爸說演故事劇團 to perform an interactive show for families, raising children’s awareness of road safety.
Taiwan’s tallest 大安港媽祖 landmark, at 53.6 meters, completed; 2026台中海洋觀光季 set for 10/3-4
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A 53.6-meter-tall statue of Mazu has been completed at Taichung’s Daan Harbor, making it the tallest Mazu statue on Taiwan’s main island. The Taichung City Government will hold the 2026 Ocean Tourism Season in October.
[Press release] Strongly condemning violence, calling for the judiciary to establish the truth and protect people traveling home at night
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中華民國醫師公會全國聯合會
中華民國醫師公會全國聯合會 issued a press release on the death of a nursing colleague who was struck by a vehicle while traveling home from work in 台中市. It strongly condemned the violence, called for a severe sentence and clarification of the suspect’s mental state, and urged stronger safety protections for people returning home at night.